BLOG | NK's Jazz Piano Concepts

May 11, 20151 min read

Brad Mehldau Lick Tutorial

This piano lesson will teach you how to play a common lick that you’ll hear in many of Brad Mehldau’s solos and recordings. I teach...

Apr 15, 20151 min read

Jazz Improvisation Lesson – Diminished Lick #3

PDF: Diminished Lick 3 In this short jazz piano tutorial, I demonstrate the third of a series of interesting and often-used diminished...

Mar 30, 20151 min read

Jazz Improvisation Lesson – Diminished Lick #2

PDF: Diminished Lick #2 In this short jazz piano tutorial, I demonstrate the second in a series of interesting and often-used diminished...

Jan 27, 20151 min read

Jazz Improv Lesson – Diminished Lick #1

PDF: Diminished Lick #1 In this short jazz piano tutorial, I demonstrate the first of a series of interesting and often-used diminished...

Jan 5, 20151 min read

Quick Explanation of Diminished Scales – Jazz Theory Lesson

In this short video tutorial, you’ll receive a basic explanation of the two different diminished scales and how they work. I teach Skype...

Sep 25, 20141 min read

Jazz Improv Tutorial – Solo Restrictions Part 3 – Stylistic Restrictions

This short jazz improvisation tutorial will teach you some ways to restrict yourself while practicing improvisation. This helps you avoid...

Sep 14, 20141 min read

New Music – Nozart – Nocturne #1

Here’s a quick aside from jazz piano lessons— some music from a new project I’m working on! Be sure to click the links below and like my...

Sep 8, 20141 min read

How to Play Two Handed Chords – Beginner Voicing Exercise

In this beginner jazz piano lesson, learn how to form voicings using two hands. I teach Skype lessons. If you’re interested, email me at...